Spanish Baroque is a genre that thrived from the late 16th to the early 18th centuries, encapsulated within the broader European Baroque movement. It is characterized by its ornate musical complexity, emotional depth, and the integration of vocal and instrumental compositions. This period witnessed a flourishing of both sacred and secular music, with compositions ranging from operas and zarzuelas to cantatas and keyboard works. The music often reflects the dramatic contrasts synonymous with Baroque expression, such as the juxtaposition of light and shadow in its textures and dynamics. Composers like Juan Cabanilles and Antonio de Literes contributed significantly to its development, enriching the genre with their innovative approaches to harmony, rhythm, and form. Spanish Baroque music, with its distinctively Iberian flavor, combines the meticulous structure of Baroque compositions with passionate, sometimes moody Spanish elements, making it a unique and compelling chapter in the history of Western classical music.

De Nebra: Venus y Adonis: Sinfonia in F Major, I. Sinfonia

José de Nebra•

Los Elementos•

Alberto Miguélez Rouco

Single - Released November 13, 2024